Honey Roasted Carrots

Honey Roasted Carrots

6 servings
These Honey Roasted Carrots with thyme are cooked in the oven, giving them a beautiful glaze.  This is one of the best carrot recipes I have ever eaten! Make these simple oven roasted carrots for an easy but impressive side dish for Easter or any other dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds carrots
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoons fresh thyme

    plus more for garnish

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
    plus more to taste
  • black pepper
    to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper, set aside.

  2. 2

    Trim tops and bottoms of carrots - I left a little bit of the green stem on for looks, but that is optional.  Peel carrots if desired, and cut in half lengthwise. Arrange on the baking sheets, using both sheets if needed to avoid overcrowding.  

  3. 3

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter with the honey and thyme.  When butter is melted, whisk to combine.  

  4. 4

    Pour half of the honey butter sauce over the carrots, reserving the rest of the sauce for later.  Season the carrots with salt and pepper.  Arrange the carrots so that they are flat side down if possible - this will help them with browning.

  5. 5

    Place the baking sheets in the oven on two separate racks. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until tender and browning.  Remove from oven, drizzle with remaining honey butter sauce, then roast for an additional 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Remove from oven, season with more salt and pepper if desired.  Garnish with more thyme. Serve immediately. 

Honey Roasted Carrots

Honey Roasted Carrots

30 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Tired of bland vegetable sides? If you're looking for an easy yet impressive dish that brightens any meal, these Honey Roasted Carrots are about to become your new favorite. Perfect for a special occasion like Easter or a simple weeknight dinner, this recipe brings vibrant flavor and color to your table.

What makes this recipe truly stand out is the way the carrots transform in the oven. Roasting them creates a beautiful, caramelized glaze with just a few simple ingredients: butter, honey, and fresh thyme. This method ensures each carrot spear is tender on the inside with a delightful, slightly sticky exterior, elevating a humble root vegetable to something truly delicious.

Expect a symphony of sweet and savory notes in every bite. The natural sweetness of the carrots is enhanced by the honey, while the fresh thyme adds an aromatic, earthy counterpoint that keeps the dish from being overly sugary. The butter contributes richness and helps achieve that irresistible golden finish. You'll find these carrots are wonderfully tender, never mushy, making them a fantastic textural addition to any plate.

Feel free to adjust this recipe to your liking. If you don't have fresh thyme, a teaspoon of dried thyme can be used, though fresh offers the best aroma. For a slightly different flavor profile, you could experiment with a drizzle of maple syrup instead of honey. These roasted carrots are inherently versatile and forgiving.

Serve these glazed, oven-baked carrots alongside your favorite roast chicken, ham, or even a simple grilled fish. They make an ideal accompaniment for holiday meals like Easter, offering a touch of elegance without any fuss.

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